Let Americans choose clean energy
People want to power their homes with clean energy, but upfront costs are an obstacle. We’re defending tax credits for solar panels and energy-saving tech. The post Let Americans choose clean energy...
View ArticleWhy we must protect the Grand Canyon of the Atlantic
Hudson Canyon is a safe refuge for Right whales, sea turtles and other iconic and threatened species. A new government proposal could protect it. The post Why we must protect the Grand Canyon of the...
View ArticleA sad anniversary: Revisiting a young right whale’s death after being tangled...
January 28 marks one year since right whale #5120 washed ashore dead The post A sad anniversary: Revisiting a young right whale’s death after being tangled in fishing gear appeared first on Environment...
View ArticleSTATEMENT: Pennsylvania settlement with multi-state grid operator PJM win for...
The post STATEMENT: Pennsylvania settlement with multi-state grid operator PJM win for consumers appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleHow cities are getting the lead out of school drinking water
Getting lead out of our water supplies is essential to protect children’s health. A few leading cities are showing how it can be done. The post How cities are getting the lead out of school drinking...
View ArticleHeat pumps are outselling gas furnaces by a record margin
According to new 2024 data, Americans are buying 37% more heat pumps than gas furnaces The post Heat pumps are outselling gas furnaces by a record margin appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleSolar power surged in 2024
Solar made up 81% of new energy generating capacity that came online during the first eleven months of 2024 The post Solar power surged in 2024 appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleThis fertilizer is poisoning farms across America and putting our food at risk
For years, companies sold farmers fertilizer tainted with toxic chemicals called PFAS. We need to stand with farmers and hold these companies accountable. The post This fertilizer is poisoning farms...
View ArticleStart in winter to prep for a greener yard and garden this spring
As gardeners and homeowners prepare for the new year, here are four tips to make a yard and garden that’s beautiful, natural and pollinator-friendly. The post Start in winter to prep for a greener yard...
View ArticleFirst-time right whale mother “Check Mark” seen with calf
The seventh right whale calf of the 2024-2025 right whale calving season was spotted off the coast of Amelia Island, FL The post First-time right whale mother “Check Mark” seen with calf appeared first...
View ArticleWalmart investing in 74 rooftop community solar projects
In Maryland and Illinois, the retail giant is investing in community solar to help the surrounding community harness clean energy The post Walmart investing in 74 rooftop community solar projects...
View ArticleEfficiency tax credits helped 350,000 new homes be more energy efficient in 2023
Tax credits for home builders are spurring better homes and equipment; reducing strain on the electric grid. The post Efficiency tax credits helped 350,000 new homes be more energy efficient in 2023...
View ArticleHow solar and sheep can support each other
New study finds the combination of solar panels and sheep grazing is a success The post How solar and sheep can support each other appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View Article2.3 million families used efficiency tax credit to reduce energy costs in 2023
Efficiency tax credit improving homes and saving energy The post 2.3 million families used efficiency tax credit to reduce energy costs in 2023 appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleTwo new right whale calves spotted off coasts of NJ, FL
The two new right whale calves were spotted with their mothers Accordion and Cashew this week, bringing the season’s total calves to nine. The post Two new right whale calves spotted off coasts of NJ,...
View ArticleWhy are bees important?
What do bees make you think of? Honey? Getting stung? As it turns out, they are far more important than you might realize—and are worth protecting. The post Why are bees important? appeared first on...
View ArticleDoes offshore wind actually kill birds?
Offshore wind turbines can harm birds – thankfully, we have solutions that can minimize harm and maximize wind’s benefits The post Does offshore wind actually kill birds? appeared first on Environment...
View ArticleWhat’s going on with the electrical grid operator PJM?
A settlement between PJM and Pennsylvania could save electric customers $21 billion over the next two years, buying time for PJM to fix underlying issues. The post What’s going on with the electrical...
View ArticleWhale songs share similiarities to human language
New science illuminates new reasons for us to appreciate the wonder of whale songs The post Whale songs share similiarities to human language appeared first on Environment Maryland.
View ArticleRooftop solar: A ray of light at a cloudy time for renewables?
The continued rapid growth of renewable energy in America is suddenly in question. The answer could be up on the roof. The post Rooftop solar: A ray of light at a cloudy time for renewables? appeared...
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